zamioculcas zamiifolia
'zenzi'

No other name for this plant.

Care level

Easy

This plant grows quite compact because the sections along its leaf stalks are very close together, leading to many sections on each stalk. Its leaves are stiff and upright with a noticeable curve, forming an overall shape that resembles an urn.

Care & maintenance

Light

Bright indirect light

Bright light, usually located near windows but doesn't receive direct rays for more than an hour during the day.

Temperature

Wide range (59°F - 95°F)

Fertilization frequency

Low

Once per season.

Humidity & watering

Low

Allow the soil to dry between waterings.

An ambiant humidity between 40 and 60% is recommended.

Soil

Choose a Succulent and cactus mix: A well-draining blend with coarse texture. Promotes root health by preventing water-logging and mimicking arid natural habitats.

If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:

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Pot

Standard size

Standard size

Prefer a pot with a classic width/depth ratio.

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Features

Size & growth

Medium

Upright

Moderate growth

This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach 1 to 3 feet in height or spread.

It grows upwards without support.

Toxicity

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Reproduction & propagation

Fruits & flowers

Non-flowering & not self-pollinating

The zamioculcas zenzi cannot produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.

Propagation methods

Origin & references

Created from a mutation.

Patent and right

Discovered in India in 2009, this plant began as a natural change found on a leaf of another Zamioculcas zamiifolia plant. It was then carefully selected and grown from cuttings to make sure it kept its specific characteristics.
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